CVE-2017-16155

CVE-2017-16155 is a high-severity vulnerability in Fast-http-cli Project Fast-http-cli with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-22.

Key facts

Description

fast-http-cli is the command line interface for fast-http, a simple web server. fast-http-cli is vulnerable to a directory traversal issue, giving an attacker access to the filesystem by placing "../" in the url.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-16155?
fast-http-cli is the command line interface for fast-http, a simple web server. fast-http-cli is vulnerable to a directory traversal issue, giving an attacker access to the filesystem by placing "../" in the url.
How severe is CVE-2017-16155?
CVE-2017-16155 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2017-16155 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-16155?
CVE-2017-16155 primarily affects Fast-http-cli Project Fast-http-cli. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16155?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2017-16155 published?
CVE-2017-16155 was published on 2018-06-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (8)

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